How To Remove An Indelible Marker Stain From Almost Everything.
Nothing worse than a permanent marker stain!
As the name suggests, the ink is permanent.
This is why it is one of the most difficult stains to remove.
And it gets worse if the stain is old ... Alas, few commercial stain removers really get to the end of it.
Fortunately, there are some simple and effective tips to remove them easily.
To help you remove a permanent marker stain regardless of the medium, here is a quick and easy guide. Look :
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1. On the skin
If you've put marker on your skin, there is a simple and effective way to remove it.
Pour 70 ° alcohol on a paper towel, then rub on the stained area.
You can also use a granular exfoliating soap or cleansing milk.
The other miracle product is milk. Soak a cotton ball in milk and pass it directly on the skin.
To discover : 24 Uses of 70 ° Alcohol Everyone Should Know.
2. On a garment
Have your children made indelible felt marks on clothing? Don't worry, all is not lost!
Prepare a thick layer of absorbent paper. Place the stained fabric on it, the stain against the paper towel.
With 70 ° alcohol, soak the fabric from the edge of the stain inwards.
Continue doing this, making sure that as much ink as possible is absorbed into the paper.
Replace the absorbent paper sheets if necessary. Then rinse thoroughly and machine wash as usual.
3. On upholstery
Have your children left a nasty mark of marker on your sofa or beautiful armchair?
Mix 1 tablespoon of dishwashing liquid and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar with 500 ml of cool water.
Spread this mixture over the stain with a clean cloth.
Leave on for at least 30 min, rewetting every 5 min with the mixture.
Then rinse with cold water and blot dry until everything is absorbed.
Then, soak a clean sponge with 70 ° alcohol and run it over the stain.
Finally, blot with cold water and dab the liquid until it is absorbed.
4. On a rug or carpet
If you have a marker stain on a carpet, start by mixing dish soap and white vinegar to soak the stained area.
Gently rub, rinse and dry.
If the stain does not go away completely, put 70 ° alcohol on a sponge and rub the stain.
Allow to air dry and then dab with cold water to rinse.
Sponge with a clean cloth until the liquid is absorbed.
This trick also works for carpets.
5. On plastic
Mix equal parts toothpaste and baking soda.
Apply the mixture to the stain and leave it on overnight.
Then, with a damp cloth, actively rub in circular motions.
This trick takes a little elbow grease, but the stain disappears completely.
6. On wood
If you've stained your wood flooring, mix together toothpaste and baking soda to form a paste.
Put a spoonful of the paste on a cloth and rub on the stain with circular motions.
Add more paste if needed, then rinse with soapy water and pat dry.
You can also try nail polish remover, provided the wood is not varnished. Do a little test in a place you can't see.
7. On glass
You can use the same method as before to remove permanent markers from glass.
Mix equal parts toothpaste and baking soda to form a paste.
Run it over the stain, rubbing in circular motions. Then rinse with soapy water and pat dry.
8. On leather
If you have a permanent mark of felt on your leather sofa or Perfecto, spray hairspray on the stain.
Then rub with a damp sponge to erase everything. The lacquer components "eat" the ink and loosen it from the leather.
You can then pass some cleansing milk to nourish the leather and keep it looking like new.
9. On the body of a car
Did we write an indelible marker on your door? Do not panic !
First of all, act as fast as possible to prevent ink from freezing in the paint of the car.
Use a fountain pen eraser and wet the stain with it. Then, pass a sponge soaked in dishwashing liquid and rub.
If necessary, finish with a magic eraser and why not, a little polish. This trick works for all metallic surfaces.
Bonus tips
If the stains persist even using the tips above, try this stain remover called Amodex:
On a garment: apply Amodex to the stain, without wetting the area. Scrub with a stiff brush until the ink rubs off. Then rinse and wash.
On plastic: apply a thin layer of Amodex to the stained area and leave it overnight. In the morning, wipe the stain with a damp cloth.
On upholstery fabric: apply a few drops of Amodex to the stain and scrub with a toothbrush or cloth. Keep rubbing gently until the stain is gone. Be careful not to rub too hard to avoid damaging the fabric. Rinse and let dry (or use a hair dryer) to avoid halos.
On wood: apply a thin layer of Amodex to the stained area. Rub, rinse and dry with a cloth.
Your turn...
Have you tried these tips for removing permanent marker traces from all surfaces? Tell us in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to hear from you!
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